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Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Surgery
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
Professional interests include: cancer, inguinal hernia, ventral hernia, and more.
1 Medical Park Boulevard Suite 250w
Bristol, TN 37620

Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD is a surgeon in Bristol, TN specializing in surgery. He graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD is affiliated with Ballad Health.

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Office Locations

1 Medical Park Boulevard Suite 250w
Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 844-6620
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594 Radio Hill Road
Marion, VA 24354
(423) 844-6620
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Some issues Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD can help you with:

Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the upper abdomen, underneath the liver. Its purpose is to store bile, which is used to digest fat. Occasionally, the gallbladder can develop mineral stones, called gallstones. If they are large enough, gallstones can block the ducts in the gallbladder and cause swelling and infection. Gallstones can be treated with lifestyle changes and medication, but sometimes this is not enough. In these cases, it is best to remove the gallbladder before it can cause more serious problems. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.

Today, most gallbladder surgeries are done laparoscopically. Four tiny incisions are made in the abdomen, and small tools are inserted through these tiny incisions to perform the surgery. Because the incisions are much smaller, recovery time is much faster with this type of surgery. Patients are usually discharged from the hospital the same day. Sometimes, open surgery is used to remove a gallbladder. In this type of surgery, a cut about six inches long is made in the upper right abdomen. After the gallbladder is removed, it is sutured or stapled closed. With open surgery, patients usually stay in the hospital for two to three days to recover before they are discharged.

Gallbladder removal, like any surgery, carries some risks, such as bleeding, infection, or the development of blood clots. Doctors will tell patients how to minimize their risk for complications. After surgery, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for several days. They should not soak in a bath until their sutures or staples have been removed. Patients should wash hands before touching the area around the incision. It will take a couple of days until patients feel like themselves again and a few weeks until their scar has healed and faded.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

tunneled central line placement

In 2024, Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD performed more tunneled central line placement procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Tennessee.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

hospital care
inpatient care
inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Tennessee. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis 11
catheterization 25
diagnostic procedures 12
doctor visit 538
excision 12
gastrointestinal procedures 11
hospital care 240
image guided procedures 98
inpatient care 240
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 11
open surgery 12
radiation therapy 98

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery 14
catheterization 21
doctor visit 399
gastrointestinal procedures 14
hospital care 136
image guided procedures 73
inpatient care 136
open surgery 14
radiation therapy 73

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 213
Female 227
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 424
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 161
From 75 to 84 131
85 and over 37
Less than 65 111

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 31
Diabetes 39
Dementia 11
Cancer 29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 12
doctor visit 338
hospital care 161
image guided procedures 65
inpatient care 161
radiation therapy 65

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 180
Female 219
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 388
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 146
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 42
Less than 65 97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 48
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 29
Diabetes 37
Dementia 9
Cancer 30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 276
hospital care 162
image guided procedures 58
inpatient care 162
radiation therapy 58

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 326
Female 340
Age
From 65 to 74 230
From 75 to 84 208
85 and over 64
Less than 65 164

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 55
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 25
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 38
Diabetes 38
Dementia 9
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery 12
catheterization 13
doctor visit 342
gastrointestinal procedures 12
hospital care 142
image guided procedures 67
inpatient care 142
minimally invasive procedures 12
radiation therapy 67

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 191
Female 200
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 378
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 157
From 75 to 84 126
85 and over 40
Less than 65 68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 49
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 39
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 39
Diabetes 35
Dementia 11
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 18
doctor visit 327
hospital care 188
image guided procedures 58
inpatient care 188
radiation therapy 58

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 212
Female 176
Age
From 65 to 74 162
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 34
Less than 65 78

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2017

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 52
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 35
Diabetes 38
Dementia 9
Cancer 27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 16
doctor visit 390
hospital care 252
image guided procedures 35
inpatient care 252
radiation therapy 35

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 233
Female 234
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 451
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 197
From 75 to 84 125
85 and over 45
Less than 65 100

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 50
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 41
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 35
Diabetes 39
Dementia 13
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery 12
catheterization 15
doctor visit 398
gastrointestinal procedures 12
hospital care 211
image guided procedures 52
inpatient care 211
minimally invasive procedures 12
radiation therapy 52

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 214
Female 222
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 424
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 168
From 75 to 84 144
85 and over 50
Less than 65 74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2019

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 52
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 42
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 35
Diabetes 37
Dementia 13
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 15
doctor visit 302
hospital care 235
image guided procedures 42
inpatient care 235
radiation therapy 42

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 206
Female 171
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 363
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 138
From 75 to 84 120
85 and over 46
Less than 65 73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2020

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 50
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 30
Diabetes 39
Dementia 12
Cancer 30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 323
hospital care 213
image guided procedures 34
inpatient care 213
radiation therapy 34

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 183
Female 204
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 372
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 156
From 75 to 84 138
85 and over 41
Less than 65 52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 38
Dementia 14
Cancer 23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 282
hospital care 166
image guided procedures 36
inpatient care 166
radiation therapy 36

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 161
Female 188
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 338
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 163
From 75 to 84 116
85 and over 31
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 32
Diabetes 39
Dementia 9
Cancer 33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 12
doctor visit 264
hospital care 122
image guided procedures 11
inpatient care 122
radiation therapy 11

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 155
Female 184
Age
From 65 to 74 155
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 30
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2023

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 29
Diabetes 45
Dementia 11
Cancer 27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN during 2024 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery 11
catheterization 24
doctor visit 234
gastrointestinal procedures 22
hospital care 98
inpatient care 98
minimally invasive procedures 22
preventive care 11

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 138
Female 152
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 278
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 119
From 75 to 84 100
85 and over 36
Less than 65 35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD in 2024

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 24
Diabetes 42
Dementia 8
Cancer 25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated as a surgeon in Bristol, TN were inpatient care, hospital care, radiation therapy and image guided procedures.

abdominal surgery 12
anastomosis 11
catheterization 17
diagnostic procedures 12
doctor visit 339
excision 12
gastrointestinal procedures 14
hospital care 178
image guided procedures 52
inpatient care 178
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 14
open surgery 13
preventive care 11
radiation therapy 52

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD.

Gender
Male 185
Female 193
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 262
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 119
85 and over 38
Less than 65 71
65 to 74 150

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 43
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 29
Diabetes 35
Atrial Fibrillation 14
Dementia 9
Cancer 25

Education & Training

Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. He completed residency at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board Of Surgery, Surgery and has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine

Residency: East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board Of Surgery, Surgery

Licensed In: Virginia

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 215 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Bristol, TN. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $41,861 Da Vinci Surgical System
$26,825 		DAVINCI XI
$15,036
LIFECELL CORPORATION $1,738 AlloDerm
$1,738
Olympus Corporation of the Americas $1,161 Surgical Energy Products
$1,161
Ethicon US, LLC $800 Synthetics
$616 		Mesh
$138 		LINX Reflux Management System
$17 		SURGIFLO Hemostatic Matrix Family of Products
$16 		EVARREST
$13
Endologix, Inc. $631 OVATION
$220 		AFX
$94
$317
Other $3,060 GORE SYNECOR Biomaterial
$187 		AirSeal
$184 		BioVision
$157 		ANDEXXA
$150 		Aorfix Flexible Stent Graft System
$145 		Other
$2,236
Types of Payments
Education $28,753
Travel and Lodging $12,544
Food and Beverage $7,889
Entertainment $52
Gift $14

Biography

Dr. Benjamin Scharfstein specializes in general surgery. His average rating from his patients is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Scharfstein's clinical interests include ventral hernia, thyroid problems, and inguinal hernia. He is affiliated with Ballad Health. He has an open panel in Bristol, TN according to Ballad Health. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Scharfstein trained at a hospital affiliated with East Tennessee State University (ETSU) for his residency.

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